Most of the time when your are getting a Bichon Frise from a reputable and responsible breeder, you will be given all of the information that you need to care for your new, pure-bred puppy. (…)

Recent changes to the UK’s quarantine laws mean that it is now possible for you to obtain a pet passport (under the government’s ‘passport for pets’ scheme) and take your family pet away with you on holiday. (…)

When you find yourself becoming a proud owner of an incredible pure bred dog, such as the wonderful Bichon Frise, you might end up very interested and involved in various dog shows and competitions. (…)

Once you are the owner of an incredible breed of dog, such as the lovely Bichon Frise, you might become interested in the various dog shows. (…)

Most dog owners will usually find that they cannot even jingle their keys anywhere within the home without their dog running up and assuming that they are going to be heading out for a car ride with you. (…)

The Bichon Frise does not need to flirt to win your heart. In fact, it does not have to try at all. You can’t help but fall in love. (…)

This breed has a very attractive, sturdy and proud appearance.  It is white, with either a buff, cream or apricot shading.  It has a black, rounded nose (pink at birth), a pair of dark, piercing eyes that are slightly rounded, with dark rims.  Weighs 7 to 12 pounds and stands 9 to 11.5 inches.  Its ears droop and are smaller than a poodle’s.  It has a well-developed chest, and a well-muscled, slightly rounded body.  The Bichon Frise’s coat is a “double coat, with fine, silky hair that is loosely curled.”  It does not shed much. (…)

Recognition:
In October 1934, the French Kennel Club admitted the Bichon Frise to its stud book.  It was admitted into the “miscellaneous” category of the American Kennel Club Stud Book in October 1972; less than a year later, it was recognized for show classification status in the non-sporting group category.  The Bichon Frise Club of America with headquarters in Pennsylvania was established in 1964 to promote pure breeding and encourage specialty shows (obedience trials), based on the rules of the American Kennel Club. (…)

If your Bichon Frise is anything like Sprite, then you know that you can't get your car keys out without your pet thinking that it is not only time for you to go, but time for them to get to go do one of their very favorite things in life…. (…)

If you have a dog like Sprite, you may be wondering if he/she is a dog or cat. In our house, we refer to Sprite as our Dog-Cat. (…)

Poor Sprite! I am sure she would be offended to know that I am writing about all of her early problems!  But, she sure has mellowed out this past year. (…)

As I said in my previous blog, we had a lot of problems with Sprite until her first birthday. You would never guess now…. since she is such a loving, wonderful pet. (…)

Sprite tries to act like she doesn't seek out the few patches of grass that become muddy when it rains. And, I mean she "tries to act" like she just mistakenly goes through the mud. (…)

Well, I got really good news last night. We were eating dinner when Sprite's vet called and told us the good news…. Sprite doesn't have any crystals in her urine. (…)

Why is it that no matter how polite you try to be, there are always people out there who just don't give a crumb? (…)

I haven't blogged in a while because I have been busy with family commitments. (…)

Boy! Our Sprite is sure a high maintenance dog! (…)

Sprite is really doing great! (…)

Sprite is certainly a wonderful companion to me! Now that both of our children have moved out, we really have become aware of how many hours of enjoyment Sprite gives us each day. (…)

Sprite is really doing well… except for her occasional skin problems. I can't believe that I used to think that her skin flare-ups were such a big deal…. (…)